Data Platform Solution Architect

Heineken; Kraków; On-site; PLN 223,200 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Heineken in Kraków is seeking a Data Platform Solution Architect to own the solution architecture for data platforms aligned with enterprise goals. Ideal candidates will have strong backgrounds in data architecture and cloud engineering, with proven leadership in data initiatives.

The role requires collaboration across various teams and the ability to adopt cutting-edge technologies such as Databricks and Azure to optimize data processes and drive performance improvements.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in data architecture and engineering.
• Proven track record of leading data initiatives in large enterprise environments.
• Experience in designing enterprise-scale data platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own solution architecture for Data Platforms aligned with business goals.
• Develop reference architectures for analytics platforms.
• Engage with stakeholders on enhancements to platform offerings.

Skills

Data architecture

Cloud engineering

Data engineering

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Data Science/IT

Tools

Databricks

Azure Data Services

Apache Spark

Job description

Digital & Technology Team (D&T) is an integral division of HEINEKEN Global Shared Services Center. We are committed to making Heineken the most connected brewery. That includes digitalizing and integrating our processes, ensuring best-in-class technology, and embedding a data-driven culture. By joining us you will work in one of the most dynamic and innovative teams and have a direct impact on building the future of Heineken!

Would you like to meet the Team, see our office and much more? Visit our website: Heineken (heineken-dt.pl )

Are you passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to shape the future of data & AI technology? Do you thrive in dynamic environments, working with modern tools like Databricks, Azure, SAP BDC and a whole portfolio of latest cloud data management tools? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

At Heineken, we are not just brewers of the world’s most iconic beers—we are a data-driven company that values innovation and continuous improvement. This role is part of the global Data Management organization that drives Connected Data across global markets and functions to accelerate value creation from analytics & AI.

Strong, scalable data foundations are essential to unlock the value of data across our Global Functions and OpCos. As a Data Platform Solution Architect, you will play a crucial role in driving our data strategies and transforming how we manage, process, and analyze large-scale data into consumable Connected Data products.

Your responsibilities would include:

• owning the solution architecture for Data Platforms in alignment with Enterprise architecture, Data technology Product Owners and the overarching HEINEKEN’s business goals and the Connected Data vision
• developing reference architectures for our Microsoft Azure & Databricks based analytics platform with clear architectural principles, patterns and reusable components
• engaging with the Data Management stakeholders and platform product owners on enhancements to their service and platform offerings and ensuring seamless integrations across the multiple data platforms & tools
• introducing & adopting the latest advancements in data platforms, dataops, MLops, data engineering and automation, making it relevant in the HEINEKEN operating reality and apply this knowledge to continue to develop Data and AI capabilities within HEINEKEN
• defining platform-level architecture principles and collaborating, mentoring and guiding data engineering teams to design robust, scalable, reusable data pipelines and components
• designing enhancements to our scalable data processing frameworks that support both streaming and batch workloads, aligning with our metadata-driven architecture
• collaborating with cross-functional teams to create solutions architecture for seamless ETL/ELT processes and drive performance optimization contributing to continuous improvement in performance and scalability, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with Apache Spark and Databricks.

You are a good candidate if you:

• have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology or related field
• have at least 6 years of relevant experience in data architecture, data engineering, cloud engineering and platform architecture, with a proven track record of leading data initiatives within a large enterprise environment
• have demonstrated experience in designing enterprise-scale data platforms and integrating with both legacy and modern systems. Expertise in Databricks, Azure Data Services and AI/ML platform engineering for chatbots, AI agents, advanced analytics and intelligent automation
• are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into future-proof platform capabilities with practical knowledge of frameworks and technologies such as vector databases, model serving, LLMs, MLOps, ML pipelines and NLP
• have strong leadership through influence; able to influence across market teams, delivery HUBs and Global Functions
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and scalable solutions.

At HEINEKEN Kraków, we take integrity and ethical conduct seriously. If someone has concerns about a possible violation of legal regulations indicated in Polish Whistleblowing Act or our Code of Business Conduct, we encourage them to speak up. Cases can be reported to global team or locally (in line with the local HGSS Whistleblowing procedure) by selecting proper option in this tool or by communicating it on hotline.